Cerebral Palsy and Martial Arts: Breaking Barriers One Belt at a Time
There are many types of martial arts, such as karate, taekwondo, judo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and kung fu. Each style has its own challenges and lessons,…
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Celebrating Disability Pride Month
July holds a special place in my heart as Disability Pride Month — a time to celebrate the resilience and diversity of the disability community.…
New Study Finds Up to 80-Fold Higher Risk of Cerebral Palsy From Meningitis
A new study of more than 1 million children found that meningitis during a baby’s first week of life was linked to a much higher…
Early Cerebral Palsy Screening for Babies
Many babies at high risk for cerebral palsy (CP) can be identified before their first birthday with the right screening tools. However, the United States…
Everyday Accessibility Tips From a Mom With Cerebral Palsy
Accessibility isn't black and white. And neither is parenting with a disability. Before becoming a mom, if you had asked me what came to mind…
My Journey to Independence with Cerebral Palsy
Everyone’s version of independence is different. Living with cerebral palsy (CP), I have always wanted the freedom to live a life that felt as normal…
